MJ Freed Theater

Art classes are tought by volunteers(some paid) instructors for childrenand adults-many suffers traumas. Classes are held several times a week. Estimated 275 people partipated community discussions on economic opportunities, development,media andrace, gender equilities and national history. Events include panel discussions and presentations. Arts and entertainment experiences for low income community. This includes theatrical performances, live music, poetry and puppetry. They are largely produced by local artists. Leverage the arts to explore social issues, diffuse tensions and introduce creative responses;heighten public awareness on issues of opportunity, fairness and justice;engage the public in regular discourse on timely topics and community concerns;deepen capacity for understanding and navigating difference throughout the community;equip the next generation with knowledge and tools that can serve as a blueprint for future torchbearers;empower a broad range of partners, across disciplines, to function effectively as allies in promoting equity.